by Prue Walker | Sep 27, 2024 | FASD Blog
Why we can’t move on from FASD diagnosis Photo credit: istock 4maksym Today, I spoke with the mother of a young man with FASD, who described the immense challenges he faces due to his impulsivity. She shared the ongoing struggle to get professionals to grasp the...
by Prue Walker | Aug 5, 2024 | FASD Blog
FASD awareness in the child and family sector: ACWA conference Imagine being a child who struggles to make sense of the world, facing challenges that others don’t see. This is the reality for many children living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), one...
by Prue Walker | Aug 5, 2024 | FASD Blog
NDIS Planning Tips for Children with FASD Supporting children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) through the NDIS can be challenging. I’ve compiled some practical tips for families and support coordinators to create effective plans and choose the most...
by Prue Walker | May 6, 2023 | FASD Blog
Why I take FASD training to the NT Occasionally, I am asked why I provide FASD training in the Northern Territory, despite residing in Melbourne. It’s a valid question, and the answer involves a backstory that I’d like to share with you. Please note that...
by Prue Walker | Jul 25, 2021 | FASD Blog
Being a FASD detective – connecting brain and behaviour “It’s the same every night…when Sophie (10) gets in the shower, I tell her to use shampoo. I ask her if she’s washing her hair and she says yes … then she comes out of the bathroom and her hair is...
